But one area of increased spending: groceries.
Youve been stocking up on supplies to limit being out in public and be prepared if illness strikes.
That additional spending can be stressful in a time of mass layoffs and scary job security.
Youve got to make changes to adapt to the current situation.
Here is some money-savvy advice for adjusting your grocery budget.
Youve got enough to worry about.
Still, its good to be aware of where your money is going.
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If you choose tohave your groceries delivered, youll need to factor delivery fees and tipping your shopper.
Those are added costs to factor into your budget.
Keep in mind: You may be spending less overall on food by cooking more and eating out less.
Count that as a win.
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You dont want to be throwing out moldy strawberries or wilted greens.
Canned goods, pasta, rice and otherpantry stapleshave great shelf life.
Frozen food or fresh food that freezes well may stay good for months.
When it comes to household goods, consider opting forreusable products rather than disposable ones.
Use cloth towels it’s possible for you to wash at home instead of paper towels.
Rather than having to restock your stash of disposable razors, try a reusable one.
A filtered water pitcher is a one-time purchase thatll reduce your need to buy cases of bottled water.
Another helpful tip: When making your shopping list, write it according to your stores layout.
The extra organization will help you get in and out of the store quickly and efficiently.
The key to verifying this is to look for a lower price per unit.
That is typically found near the cost of the product but written in a smaller font.
If youre worried about something spoiling, consider splitting your purchases with a roommate, family member or friend.
When its time to restock, your friend could do the shopping and split their haul with you.
This way you both minimize your time shopping in public.
You also dont want to flub a new cooking technique and end up tossing out the dish.
Besides, making (and eating) comfort food you love is perfect in these times of stress.
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Nicole Dow is a senior writer at The Penny Hoarder.
(Can you sense my millennial sarcasm there?)
You know which ones were talking about: rent, utilities, cell phone bill, insurance, groceries…
